Under-fire Alonso says Real situation can ‘change quickly’
Under-pressure Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso insisted the situation he is in can swiftly change ahead of a potentially pivotal Champions League clash against Manchester City on Wednesday.
Barcelona defence on ‘another level’ now, says Flick
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick claims his team’s defending is now on “another level” after a run of good results.
Salah dropped by Liverpool for Inter clash after outburst
Mohamed Salah has been dropped from Liverpool’s squad for their Champions League tie at Inter Milan after the Egypt star’s extraordinary criticism of his treatment by boss Arne Slot. Salah was not included in the squad announced by Liverpool on Monday despite being seen smiling when he trained with the first team earlier in the day. Salah said on Saturday… Read more →
Tuesday UCL spotlight – Crunch time for Europe’s elite
The UEFA Champions League reaches matchday six with Arsenal standing alone as the only unbeaten side, having taken maximum points from their opening five fixtures.
Slot feels ‘safe’ despite Liverpool’s latest humiliation
Arne Slot insisted he is confident of avoiding the sack despite troubled Liverpool’s dismal 4-1 defeat against PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday.
UCL Wrap: Guardiola gamble backfires, Chelsea dominate Barca
Pep Guardiola took the blame after his selection gamble backfired as under-strength Manchester City suffered a shock 2-0 defeat against Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Maresca warns against Estevao’ “Messi” hype
Enzo Maresca on Tuesday played down comparisons between Estevao and Lionel Messi after Chelsea’s wonderkid scored a spectacular solo Champions League goal in a thumping 3-0 win against Barcelona.
Rashford thriving in Barcelona sunshine
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick said on Monday Marcus Rashford is benefiting from a change of scene including sunny skies in Spain, following his loan move from boyhood club Manchester United.
Watch: Arsenal’s title to lose? | UCL Breakdown
Pundits, Fletcher, Hargreaves, Joe Cole, and Joleon Lescott analyse Arsenal’s chances of winning the Champions League and more.
Maresca urges Chelsea’s Estevao to ignore Yamal comparisons
Enzo Maresca has played down comparisons between rival teenage wingers Estevao and Lamine Yamal on the eve of Chelsea’s Champions League clash against Barcelona.